Change of Fire Season Status

Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) has declared a Restricted Fire Season for the entire Horowhenua District, as of 8am on Monday, 18 February 2019. A Prohibited Fire Season remains in place on all Horowhenua beaches and sand dunes.

Mentoring

Business Mentors New Zealand is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the success and growth of small businesses through the knowledge and experience of their volunteer mentors. Their mentors are passionate and committed individuals who volunteer their time specifically to help small business owners. They cover a broad range of business skills and experience and whatever your challenge or opportunity, they will almost certainly have a mentor that can help you.

Registration fees apply for SME businesses and start-up individuals. Horowhenua District Council can link you with Business Mentors New Zealand, simply contact EconomicDevelopment@horowhenua.govt.nz.

Maori Business Support, Mentoring Services and Funding Opportunities: The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has useful links for Māori Business which includes information on the Māori Innovation Fund. The Māori Business Facilitation Service of Te Puni Kōkiri helps new and existing businesses with advice and guidance. It is a free service available to all Māori.